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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Denarius - Commodus TR P VII IMP IIII COS III P P; Mars
| Silver | 3.1 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Commodus (Lucius Aurelius Commodus) (177-192) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 181-182 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#265188 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, nude, advancing right, holding spear in right hand and trophy sloped over left shoulder in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: TR P VII IMP IIII COS III P P
Translation:
Tribunicia Potestate Septima, Imperator Quartum, Consul Tertium, Pater Patriae.
Holder of tribunician power for the seventh time, supreme commander (Imperator) for the fourth time, consul for the third time, father of the nation.
Comment
Mass varies: 2.56–3.42 g;Example of this type:
American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Source:
Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius coin features an image of the Roman god Mars on the reverse side, which is fitting since Commodus, the emperor depicted on the obverse, was known for his love of gladiatorial combat and the military. In fact, Commodus was known to have participated in gladiatorial games himself, which was seen as a way for him to connect with the Roman people and demonstrate his strength and bravery. This coin, minted during his reign, serves as a symbol of his martial interests and the power of the Roman Empire during that time.
